A Guide to Mediating in Scotland

How mediation is being developed and used in a number of areas in Scotland today

A Guide to Mediating in Scotland maps the diverse mediation terrain in Scotland. It highlights the basic skills of a mediator and explores what works in different practice areas, looking at what they have in common and the differences between them. As a comparative guide to the different areas of mediation that are developing across Scotland, it gives an overview of the breadth and diversity of mediation, and an insight into the work of the Scottish Mediation Network.

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The contributors are all members of the Scottish Mediation Network Board, the Scottish Mediation Register Standards Board or the Scottish Mediation Network staff team

Illustrated with case studies drawn from real life

Each chapter stands alone, so readers with a particular area of interest can find help with the particular forms of dispute, conflict and difference specific to their field

Reviews

The ideas and expertise contained in this impressive volume define and reflect the ultimate goal – to create a more peaceful and civil society – and deign to suggest a means for accomplishing that goal. In addition, the Guide, rather than contenting itself to chronicle some of the tremendous progress made in recent years to advance the Scottish use of mediation, contributes to the global discourse about mediation excellence.

- The Honorable Robert M Bell, Chief Judge of the Maryland Court of Appeals